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Essentials of Horsekeeping

Essentials of Horsekeeping

by Madelyn Larsen (Author), RachelHairston (Author)

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    Paperback 2005

    $3.28
Synopsis

A manual covering every aspect of keeping a horse from grooming & healing to feeding & housing. Packed with tips, techniques and instructive photographs A sound knowledge of horse care is as essential for owners as are riding and training. This manual, which covers everything from housing to holistic healing, is the best horsekeeping teacher available. Packed with wise counsel and instructive photographs, it helps you to recognize when your horse isn't behaving right or feeling well, understand what excites or scares him, and care for him properly in an emergency. This complete management program teachers all about barn structure and safety, as well as what constitutes a healthy equine diet and how to check for parasites, thrush, and other infectious diseases.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 240
 Edition: New edition
 Publisher: Sterling
Published: 01 Aug 2005
ISBN 10: 1402726872
ISBN 13: 9781402726873

Media Reviews
When horse lovers first start riding, all they usually think about is being on the back of a horse, learning the intricacies and skills of horsemanship. But what about the care of the horse? Hairston, a newspaper and magazine writer on all things equine, provides a nice primer to taking care of a horse. Starting with the subject of housing, the author discusses what must be considered in barn design, including stall size and equipment, tack and feed rooms, and various types of bedding. The pros and cons of barns versus pastures are also touched on. What to feed a horse is covered, with an interesting description of determining a horse's weight and fitness. General horse behavior, manners, and training for catching and tying a horse are matched by information on general health (including first aid). Two sections cover grooming, and the final chapter looks at holistic and alternative therapies for horses, including herbal supplements. A good introduction. - Booklist (American Library Association)